American Physical Therapy Association

Physical Therapist Intervention for Balance Impairments May Help Reduce Risk of Falling

Published in Pain and Central Nervous System Week, January 28th, 2008

Falls are prevalent, dangerous, and costly. About one in three seniors above age 65, and nearly one in two seniors over age 80, will fall at least once this year, many times with disastrous consequences.* As our nation's population ages, the rate of falls is rising. Yet, falling and fear of falling may be reduced by physical therapist intervention, says the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Physical therapists will answer questions about the risk factors of falling, how the body maintains its balance, and how older adults can help to improve their balance and reduce the risk of falling during a toll-free national hotline on Friday, February 8, from 9:00 am...

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Source: Pain and Central Nervous System Week (2008-01-28)

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